KANJIRAMATTOM MOSQUE

The
mosque is situated at Kanjiramattom, 30 km from Kochi.
It is believed that the mosque was erected over the mortal remains of a
Muslim saint, Sheikh Parid. Another great Muslim saint, Baver is supposed
to have prayed here and attained salvation.

The Kodikuthu festival, which falls in December-January, is a major
attraction for thousands of devotees. A huge procession is held in the
night, when the pilgrims carrying pots of sandalwood paste proceed to the
mosque as part of a ritual called as ' Chandanakkudam'.

Six caparisoned elephants and folk performances are the main attractions
of the procession. Traditional Muslim art forms like 'Oppana'
and 'Mappilappattu' are also staged during the festival.